Functional Dry Needling

the insertion of thin filament needles into muscles in order to improve symptoms

How does it work?

In a trigger point there is a spontaneous electrical activity (SEA) present. The needle causes an electrical effect which causes the twitch response. After the needling and the twitch response, the SEA is no longer present. The muscle lets go of its self-perpetuating contraction. With the decrease in muscle contraction, there is an increase in blood flow to the area. There is also an increase in substances which help build and restore normal tissue and tissue function in the area. Research has shown that after needling and the twitch response the chemical environment as well as the electrical activity in the muscle returns toward normal.

"Functional Dry Needling has given me a new perspective on how to effectively treat patients. This method has transformed my practice as well has helped a number of my patients reach their goals!" - Lindsey Jordan, PT, DPT